SPHP in the News
Spectrum News: Moldova Delegation Visits Samaritan Hospital
Representatives from the eastern European country of Moldova visit St. Peter’s Crime Victim Services. […]
sexual assault
SPHP in the News
WTEN: Siena Students Pack Hundreds of Care Packages for Sexual Assault Survivors
Volunteers from #Siena College and the New York State Police packed 500 care packages for sexual assault survivors being treated at St. Peter’s Health Partners’ hospitals. […]
Wellness
LiveSmart: The Importance of Healthy Communication in Relationships
Some emotions are overwhelming and intense and expressing them may feel impossible. But healthy communication serves us so that we are not only heard, but hopefully understood. Likewise […]
SPHP in the News
Times Union: Sexual Assault Remains Vastly Underreported at New York Colleges Despite Legislation
Lindsey Crusan-Muse, director of St. Peter’s Crime Victim Services, speaks to the Times Union about New York state’s Enough is Enough Act. Enacted in 2015, the law is aimed at curbing sexual assault on college campuses. […]
Inside SPHP
“Art for the Heart” Showcases Survivor’s Artwork
The virtual art gallery showcased the work of survivors of crime, with numerous submissions from members of the ART support group. […]
Wellness
Virtual Support Groups Offer Crime Victims a Sense of Safety, Community During COVID Pandemic
To help victims and survivors of crime foster connection during the pandemic, St. Peter’s Crime Victim Services (SPCVS) is offering virtual support groups starting February 1. […]
Wellness
LiveSmart: Forensic Nurses – Providing Support and Care to Crime Victims
St. Peter’s Crime Victim Services offers short-term counseling, trauma therapy, and support groups to help victims/survivors of crime cope with and recover from their experiences. Forensic Nurse Examiners are a key member of that care team. […]
News
Sexual Assault and Crime Victims Assistance Program and Forensic Examiner Program join to become St. Peter’s Crime Victim Services
St. Peter’s Health Partners Sexual Assault and Crime Victims Assistance Program and Forensic Examiner Program have joined to become St. Peter’s Crime Victim Services. […]
Upcoming Events
Volunteer with the Sexual Assault and Crime Victims Assistance Program
Consider volunteering with The Sexual Assault and Crime Victims Assistance Program (SACVAP). The next training begins on February 9! […]
SPHP in the News
WNYT: Hospitals Providing Safe Spaces to Help Sex Abuse Victims
Nancy Harris, NP, NYSAFE, SANE-A, SANE-P, manager of the forensic nursing program for St. Peter’s Health Partners, talks to WNYT about how hospitals are caring for and supporting victims of sexual assault. […]